I also think a big struggle for me is worrying about what people think, but I'm continuously learning to not care or concern myself with those people who judge. :)
You have already demonstrated your freedom from other's expectations when you consulted your own goals to determine where to go next. Attempting to please others leads to one leading a life that isn't their own...we are the only person responsible for determining what makes our existence meaningful. If goals remain the same over time, it's difficult to say that progress is being made...not meeting goals can be just as productive as meeting goals if it leads to better understanding of what success will look like to you :)
RE: Life Is About Taking Risks (Careers, Moving, Crypto, etc). Here's A Story of Risk/Dream I Had.